When a developer creates an 'Action on Google', it allows them to run it through Assistant-enabled smart devices and interface with the user as a third-party application. Because many creators just haven't placed as much quality assurance into their app as Google would like for them to, the company … [Read more...] about Google sets some guidelines for Assistant-enabled smart devices so that we can all enjoy them a little more
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Why we think the Samsung Chromebook 5 could be coming soon
Over the past few years, Samusng has been clarifying its naming structure for Chromebooks. Where we've previously had the standard Samsung Chromebook 1, 2, 3, and 4, those have also been joined by the Chromebook Plus, Plus V2, Chromebook Pro and Galaxy Chromebook. It seems with the arrival of the … [Read more...] about Why we think the Samsung Chromebook 5 could be coming soon
The Core i7 CTL Chromebox CBx2 is now shipping
We've been talking a lot lately about Chromeboxes. The tiny Chrome OS mini-PC is a very cost-effective way to have an all-in-one desktop device in your home. The small form-factor gives you everything Chrome OS has to offer while allowing you the ability to upgrade some of the internals should you … [Read more...] about The Core i7 CTL Chromebox CBx2 is now shipping
Deal Alert: Up to $150 off Google’s Pixelbook Go Chromebook
There is no shortage, at the moment, of premium Chromebook options. Whatever your need, there's a flavor of Chrome OS device for just about everyone with prices ranging from sub-five hundred to more than a thousand dollars. Still, we have set high hopes for many of the latest Chromebooks that have … [Read more...] about Deal Alert: Up to $150 off Google’s Pixelbook Go Chromebook
The Snapdragon 7c Acer Chromebook Spin 513 gets U.S. landing page, inches closer to release
Just last week we reported that the upcoming Acer Chromebook Spin 513 - the first available Snapdragon 7c Chromebook on the market - was now available for purchase in the UK. With a starting price of £399.99 for the base model that comes with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, we expect a similar … [Read more...] about The Snapdragon 7c Acer Chromebook Spin 513 gets U.S. landing page, inches closer to release
TikTok officially joins the PWA club, and everyone else should too
Love it or hate it, TikTok is a phenomenon not unlike the short-lived and gone-all-too-soon Vine. It's a social media website centered on short video clips very much similar to that of Instagram, Youtube Shorts, and Facebook stories. It's blown up in recent times, and while it does feature some … [Read more...] about TikTok officially joins the PWA club, and everyone else should too
First Look: Supported web apps now respect your Chromebook’s light or dark theme
By now, we're all well aware of the idea of a light or dark theme for our phones - Android and iOS users alike. It's become a staple of technology use, and if not only an essential accessibility feature, then certainly a convenience at the very least. Over the past few years, Google and has been … [Read more...] about First Look: Supported web apps now respect your Chromebook’s light or dark theme
Get to know your Chromebook’s built-in Text app
Though it pretty much never gets attention, your Chromebook's Text app is actually pretty sweet. When Chrome OS updated yesterday and the text app received a new icon, I began to think about how far the app had come since it was developed and wanted to give it some love and attention. Today, we're … [Read more...] about Get to know your Chromebook’s built-in Text app
Google’s CEO may have just confirmed the split of Chrome and Chrome OS
Sundar Pichai - leader of one of the world's largest companies. The CEO of Google and its parent company Alphabet has made his way up the ranks during his illustrious 17-year stint with the company. His accomplishments are many and he is responsible, in part, for many of the Google services that … [Read more...] about Google’s CEO may have just confirmed the split of Chrome and Chrome OS
Check out this sweet promo video for the new ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3
Sure, we may be super excited about some other upcoming ARM-powered Chromebook tablets like 'Coachz' and 'Homestar', but that doesn't mean we aren't equally giddy about the first real competitor to the very-popular Lenovo Chromebook Duet that looks to be coming our way very soon. ASUS' new … [Read more...] about Check out this sweet promo video for the new ASUS Chromebook Detachable CM3
Grab this Full HD HP Chromebook 14 bundle for $199
Sometimes, you just need to get your hands on a cheap Chromebook. That said, you shouldn't have to sacrifice basic features like a decent display and internals that don't absolutely stink. Thankfully, we have an amazing Patreon community that assists us in keeping up with the latest deals from … [Read more...] about Grab this Full HD HP Chromebook 14 bundle for $199
This full performance analysis of the Snapdragon 7c for Chromebooks is impressive
We're all patiently - or not so patiently - awaiting the full arrival of the first Qualcomm Snapdragon 7c Chromebooks into the market. The Acer Chromebook Spin 513 is already hitting some regions, but wide roll-out is still likely a few weeks away at this point. Additionally, detachable tablets … [Read more...] about This full performance analysis of the Snapdragon 7c for Chromebooks is impressive
